About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Maternal and Fetal Medicine (MFM) Specialist for a locum tenens opportunity in Queens, NY. This role focuses on providing comprehensive high-risk obstetric care, consultative services, and advanced procedural and sonographic expertise. The position supports an underserved patient population and emphasizes collaboration, education, and quality-driven care.
The estimated base pay for this position is $3000 to $3250 per day, with a callback rate of $300 to $350 per hour. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Provide direct and consultative care for patients with high-risk pregnancies in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Perform specialized procedures including amniocentesis, cerclage placement, and other indicated interventions
- Supervise, interpret, and perform obstetric sonograms and targeted ultrasounds for maternal–fetal assessment
- Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and perinatal conferences
- Collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, residents, and nursing teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
Teaching & Educational Responsibilities
- Teach and mentor OB/GYN residents and medical students through didactic sessions, clinical supervision, and procedural instruction
- Participate in curriculum development and quality improvement initiatives related to maternal–fetal medicine and perinatal outcomes
Consultative & Administrative Responsibilities
- Provide consultation services for community obstetricians and hospital providers regarding complex and high-risk pregnancies
- Support departmental initiatives focused on maternal health equity and reducing disparities in underserved communities
- Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and quality improvement efforts as assigned
Call Responsibilities
- Provide remote call coverage from home in rotation with other MFM attending providers
- Offer telephonic and virtual consultative support as needed during call shifts
Job Requirements
- MD degree from an accredited medical school
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility for licensure
- Demonstrated expertise in high-risk obstetrics, fetal ultrasound, and invasive prenatal procedures
- Strong commitment to teaching, mentorship, and service to underserved populations
